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Minnesota Conservatorship & Guardianship Attorneys
Deciding that someone you love may need help managing personal, medical, or financial decisions is never easy.
Whether you're caring for an aging parent, supporting an adult with a disability, or seeking legal authority to care for a minor, conservatorships and guardianships can provide important protections while preserving as much independence as possible. Burns & Hansen helps families navigate these sensitive matters with clear guidance, patience, and compassionate legal support.
Why Burns & Hansen for Conservatorships & Guardianships
When you work with Burns & Hansen, you benefit from:
- Attorneys who understand the personal and emotional considerations these matters often involve.
- Clear explanations of the available options before a family seeks court involvement.
- Experience navigating Minnesota's guardianship and conservatorship process from initial petitions through ongoing administration.
- Advice that considers both the individual's need for assistance and the importance of maintaining appropriate independence and autonomy.
- Ongoing representation when these matters intersect with estate planning, probate, family law, or other related legal needs.
- Direct access to experienced attorneys throughout the process.
Common Situations We Can Help With
You may benefit from legal guidance if you're trying to:
- Establish a guardianship for a minor or vulnerable adult.
- Petition for a conservatorship to manage someone's financial affairs.
- Determine whether a conservatorship or guardianship is appropriate.
- Navigate the court process for a loved one who can no longer make important decisions independently.
- Understand the responsibilities of serving as a guardian or conservator.
- Modify or terminate an existing guardianship or conservatorship.
- Address concerns about a vulnerable family member's well-being or financial affairs.
- Explore alternatives before seeking court intervention.
- Address another guardianship or conservatorship matter, or aren't sure whether your situation fits one of these categories. Contact Burns & Hansen to discuss your situation with an attorney.
Frequently Asked Questions about Conservatorships and Guardianships
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What's the difference between a conservatorship and a guardianship?
In Minnesota, a guardian is generally responsible for personal and health care decisions, while a conservator manages financial affairs. Depending on the circumstances, the court may appoint one person to serve in both roles.
When is a conservatorship or guardianship necessary?
These arrangements may be appropriate when an adult can no longer safely make personal or financial decisions and less restrictive alternatives are not sufficient to protect their interests.
Are there alternatives to guardianship or conservatorship?
Depending on the person's circumstances, less restrictive arrangements may be available. Because guardianships and conservatorships involve court-granted authority over another person's affairs, it can be important to determine whether another legal arrangement can adequately address the individual's needs.
Can a family member serve as guardian or conservator?
Yes. In many cases, a family member is appointed, although the court will determine who is best suited to serve based on the individual's needs and Minnesota law.
Does a guardianship take away all of a person's rights?
Not necessarily. Minnesota courts often tailor guardianships and conservatorships to the individual's circumstances and may limit the authority granted to preserve as much independence as possible.
Can a guardianship be established for a minor?
Yes. Guardianships may be appropriate when a child's parents are unable to provide care or when another responsible adult needs legal authority to make important decisions on the child's behalf. Because legal issues involving children can also implicate family law, Burns & Hansen can address related family law needs when they arise.
Can a conservatorship or guardianship be changed or ended?
Yes. Depending on the circumstances, the court may modify or terminate a conservatorship or guardianship if it is no longer necessary or if a different arrangement better serves the protected person's needs.
Speak With a Minnesota Conservatorship & Guardianship Attorney
Seeking legal authority to care for someone else is an important decision, and understanding the available legal arrangements can make the process less overwhelming.
Contact Burns & Hansen to discuss your family's circumstances and the legal options available for providing the support your loved one needs.
